Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
580 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
5 |
Most common nationality |
Mexican |
Ratio of local students to international students |
2% |
Native English and Spanish speaking teachers |
"Currently, we don't have native-speaking teachers on staff this school year. However, in previous years, native speakers have comprised between 1% and 2% of our teaching team. At LAF, we are committed to educational excellence. For this reason, we maintain a strategic alliance with LitLife, a renowned organization founded in the United States dedicated to providing educational consulting worldwide. Through this partnership, our teachers receive continuous training in the best teaching practices to ensure a comprehensive and quality education. For the French language, the LABEL certification fom IFAL recognizes LAF as an institution that teaches the French language while meeting high-quality standards. This is achieved through teacher training in cutting-edge techniques and methodologies and thorough review and enhancement of academic programs." |
Language support for students not fluent in English and Spanish |
No |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
French |
Max. number of students per class |
24 |
Average number of students per class |
20 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Use of technology in the classroom |
LAF classrooms are technologically equipped with a computer, internet, projector, and screen to support the classes. From 4th grade onwards, students integrate the use of Chromebooks into their classes to facilitate their learning. |
Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
External examinations or assessments available |
MAP (1° a 9°), TOEFL (8°), DELF (4°, 6° y 9°) |
Results in these examinations |
Passing results in the great majority |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
Approximate hours of homework given |
30 minutes |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
Student access to education psychologist |
"The psychology department has 2 psychologists who provide service at the three levels: Kindergarten, Elementary and Jr. High. The objective of the department is to attend and follow up on students who require emotional and/or academic support, in addition to monitoring the LAF Values Program." |
Entry evaluation for students |
Yes, each student, regardless of the grade, must apply for an evaluation with the psychology area. Family interview |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
"Nursery to Kindergarten assessment are based on developmental milestones according to cognitive, mathematical, linguistic, adaptive and fine motor skills by age range. Elementary assessment: academic and projective tests" |
Waiting list |
No |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Students are accepted throughout the school year (subject to space availability). |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School start time |
Nursery, Pre-K & Kindergarten: 8:00 a.m.
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School finish time |
Nursery & Pre-K: 1:10 p.m.
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Supervised care before/after school |
LAF offers extended daycare service to support parents who work or require more time to pick up their children.
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School provided lunches |
LAF offers cafeteria service that includes meals, snacks, salads and beverages. Meals are supervised under a nutrition program. |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
During the afternoons we offer classes to complement the students' education: Sports, Cultural and Musical activities. |
Sports activities included |
Soccer, Basketball, Taekwondo, Kick Boxing |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Official Soccer Team |
Facilities at the school |
Cafeteria, technology lab, art classrooms, neuromotor gym, infirmary. |
Sports facilities at the school |
Playgrounds, 3 basketball courts, 4 soccer fields (unofficial dimensions), volleyball court. |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The LAF curriculum is based on international educational standards, using innovative teaching methods and high academic standards. The only institution in Nuevo Leon with more than 40 years of experience offering a trilingual education (English, French and Spanish) from Nursery to High School. |
Teaching approach of the school |
We use innovative teaching methods at a high academic level, where students participate in the teaching-learning process, guided and motivated by qualified teaching staff.
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